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Miguel Angel Aldrete is a 8th grader at Rancho Del Rey Middle School who loves to participate in a variety of academic, athletic and community activities. A natural leader, he was Student Council President, a Lieutenant Colonel in the Chula Vista Safety Patrol,is a motivational speaker with the Athletes for Education Foundation, and is the founder of an environmental awareness program, Kids 4 Our World (www.kids4ourworld.org), which has planted over 13,000 trees in 7 different countries (Brazil, Colombia, Honduras, Philippines, Kenya, and India). For each of his books sold, he donates money to plant 10 trees.

His motto: “You don’t have to be an adult or famous to make a difference in our world!” He continues to motivate students everywhere to do their best in school and reach their goals.

Discovery Charter Elementary School is doing their part in showing students the importance of organic gardens. A dinner was orgainzed by Mr. Kennedy as a fundraiser to help fund the beginning of the school's very own organic garden. A book signing was held at the dinner and the proceeds were donated to help with the needed funds. Thanks to Dr. Maruca, Mr. Kennedy and all of Discovery Elementary staff, the evening was a great success.

The Encinitas community was recognized for the importance given on their home gardens. Thousands of people were bussed into this quiet street to walk through the beautiful landscaped homes. Mr. Michael Koenig's home showcased a community organic garden and several eco-friendly projects that was the highlight of the day. A book signing table was set up to promote our "plant 10 trees for every book sold" concept that was inline with the eco-theme. The day was a great success, and over 500 trees were planted thanks to this event.

This is the Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center. Its goal is to teach children and adults about healthy eating. They hold many events throughout the year. K4OW is supporting Olivewood Gardens to bring children from several schools to learn about healthy eating and organic gardening.

Congratulations to Amy Carstensen and her team. They are a very dedicated group who is really making a difference in the children of our community.